Imusa Electric Pressure Cooker #1264 ($89.90)

Imusa Electric Pressure Cooker #1264 ($89.90)

This electric cooker cooked up a great stew and is very versatile—you can also use it as a steamer or slow cooker. Capacity: 5 quarts.

Pros:

Digital controls and display

Browning setting

Cooking liner has nonstick finish

Makes an excellent beef stew

Quick release setting

Slow cook setting

Steam setting

Can be set to start at a predetermined time

Automatically switches to a keep warm setting

Cons:

Handles are small and hard to grasp

Takes about a half hour to come up to and drop pressure

Cooking liner requires hand washing

Manufacturer's Warranty: Limited lifetime

Courtesy of Imusa

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Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker #CPC600 ($99.95)

Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker #CPC600 ($99.95)

This handsome cooker is a top choice for electric pressure cooking — it does an exceptional job of browning before cooking. But since it will take up a lot of space in your cabinet, we wish it could double as a slow cooker or rice steamer. Capacity: 6 quarts.

Imusa Electric Pressure Cooker #1264 ($89.90)

This electric cooker cooked up a great stew and is very versatile—you can also use it as a steamer or slow cooker. Capacity: 5 quarts.

Pros:

Digital controls and display

Browning setting

Cooking liner has nonstick finish

Makes an excellent beef stew

Quick release setting

Slow cook setting

Steam setting

Can be set to start at a predetermined time

Automatically switches to a keep warm setting

Cons:

Handles are small and hard to grasp

Takes about a half hour to come up to and drop pressure

Cooking liner requires hand washing

Manufacturer's Warranty: Limited lifetime

Courtesy of Imusa

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Cuisinart Electric Pressure Cooker #CPC600 ($99.95)

This handsome cooker is a top choice for electric pressure cooking — it does an exceptional job of browning before cooking. But since it will take up a lot of space in your cabinet, we wish it could double as a slow cooker or rice steamer. Capacity: 6 quarts.

Pros:

Brushed stainless steel exterior

Large handles are easy to grasp

Nonstick cooking vessel

Digital display

Browning setting

Browns evenly

Makes a superior beef stew

Simmer feature

Quick release setting

Automatically switches to a keep warm setting

Cooking liner and trivet can be cleaned by machine

Cons:

Buttons to control digital programming

Takes almost 40 minutes to come up to pressure

Manufacturer's Warranty: Limited three year

Courtesy of Cuisinart

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Deni Electric Pressure Cooker #9760 ($229.99)

This extremely heavy cooker has an oval insert, whichwill hold a large pot roast or a rack of ribs. While it is pricey, it can double as a slow cooker or steamer. Capacity: 6.5 quarts.

Pros:

Comes with measuring cup and plastic scoop

Oval shape

Insert has nonstick finish

Digital controls

Electronic display is large and easy to read

Browning setting

Distributes heat well for even browning

Quick release setting

Automatically switches to a keep warm setting

Slow cook setting

Steam setting

Can be set to start at a predetermined time

Cons:

Takes more than 30 minutes to come up to pressure and more than 40 minutes to drop

Very heavy

Very large so it will require a good deal of space on the countertop and in a cabinet when not in use

Manufacturer's Warranty: Limited one year

Courtesy of Deni

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Fagor 3-in-1 Electric Multi Cooker #85M7 ($119.99)

This is a well-made and versatile product — you can also use it a a slow cooker or steamer. Capacity: 6 quarts.

Pros:

Comes with a measure and scoop

Digital controls

Cooking pot has a nonstick finish

Browning setting

Quick release setting

Automatically switches to a keep warm setting

Slow cook setting

Removable cooking pot is dishwasher safe

Cons:

Takes more than 30 minutes to come up to pressure and about 30 minutes to drop